Darryl
boy name#2108 in 2025Darryl entered the US charts in 1913, peaked at #68 in 1965, ranks #2108 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1913–2025
#2108
rank today
#68
peak (1965)
69
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3143 |
| 1920s | #2498 |
| 1930s | #745 |
| 1940s | #262 |
| 1950s | #183 |
| 1960s | #101 |
| 1970s | #255 |
| 1980s | #230 |
| 1990s | #391 |
| 2000s | #716 |
| 2010s | #1103 |
| 2020s | #1745 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Darryl has been most popular in Texas, Florida, California.
Living bearers
About 75,500 people named Darryl are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Darryl alive today was born around 1964, making them about 61 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Darryl in 2025?
- Darryl ranks #2108 among US boy names in 2025, with 69 babies given the name.
- When was the name Darryl most popular?
- Darryl peaked in 1965, reaching #68 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Darryl with classmates?
- Darryl will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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